What are general intercessions for daily Mass?

General intercessions, also known as prayers of the faithful or universal prayers, are prayers offered during Catholic Mass where the congregation prays for the needs of the Church, the world, the suffering, and the local community. They are called "general" because they address universal concerns rather than specific individual requests.

How are general intercessions different from prayers of the faithful?

General intercessions and prayers of the faithful are actually the same thing. "General intercessions" emphasizes their universal nature, while "prayers of the faithful" emphasizes who offers them - the baptized faithful. Both terms refer to the same liturgical element of the Mass.

When are general intercessions prayed during Mass?

General intercessions are prayed during the Liturgy of the Word, after the homily and Creed (if said). They conclude the Liturgy of the Word before the Liturgy of the Eucharist begins with the Preparation of the Gifts.

Who writes the general intercessions for daily Mass?

Our general intercessions are written by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario, following the guidelines of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and with input from theology students and experienced clergy.

Understanding General Intercessions for Daily Mass

General intercessions, also known as the "Prayer of the Faithful" or "Universal Prayer," are an essential part of the Catholic Mass where the congregation joins together to pray for the needs of the Church and the world. These intercessions are called "general" because they address universal concerns that affect all Catholics and humanity as a whole.

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General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Wednesday in the 23rd Week in Ordinary Time

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General Intercessions for Wednesday in the 23rd Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always proclaim the beatitudes, guiding all to find true happiness in poverty of spirit, meekness, and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That world leaders may govern with justice and compassion, seeking the good of all, especially the poor and persecuted, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are mourning, hungry for righteousness, or suffering for Christ's sake, that they may be comforted and blessed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may strive to live the beatitudes in our daily lives, becoming true peacemakers and children of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a place where the beatitudes are lived with joy and where all find support in their pursuit of holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all the faithful departed who lived by the beatitudes may now inherit the kingdom of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church in the path of the beatitudes, witnessing to Christ's poverty and humility, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That all peoples may recognize that true happiness is found not in worldly possessions but in God alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For those who are proud or self-sufficient, that their hearts may be opened to their need for God's grace and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That we may be merciful as our heavenly Father is merciful, extending forgiveness and compassion to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.For our parish, that it may be a community that embraces the beatitudes, serving the poor and working for justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For a deeper understanding and living of the beatitudes in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all who have died may see God and be called children of God in His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always proclaim the blessedness of every human life, especially the unborn, who are poor in spirit and pure of heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

2.That lawmakers may be merciful and protect every child in the womb from abortion, ensuring their right to inherit the earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may mourn the sin of abortion and hunger and thirst for righteousness for the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

4.That expectant mothers may be blessed with peace and find support in choosing life, becoming true peacemakers for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

5.That our local community may be a people of the beatitudes, actively defending the unborn and working to build a culture that welcomes every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Optional:For all who are persecuted for their pro-life convictions, that they may be blessed.Lord, hear our prayer.

That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may see God and inherit the kingdom prepared for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

About Our General Intercessions for Daily Mass

Our general intercessions are carefully written by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario. Each set of intercessions follows the guidelines established by the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and is crafted with input from theology students and experienced clergy.

📅 Liturgically Accurate

Every intercession is crafted to reflect the specific liturgical season, rank, and saint of the day, ensuring theological accuracy and seasonal appropriateness.

🌍 Universally Focused

Our general intercessions address the four traditional categories: Church needs, world concerns, those in distress, and local community intentions.

📝 Ready to Use

Each option is formatted for immediate use by lectors and can be downloaded as a professional PDF for easy printing and reading during Mass.

✏️ Customizable

Edit any intercession to address your parish's specific needs while maintaining the theological structure and universal focus of general intercessions.

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